At times the term stage parent carries with it negative connotations, but that doesn’t have to be...
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Stage Parenting 101
At times the term stage parent carries with it negative connotations, but that doesn’t have to be the case. Popular television shows like Dance Moms and...
Recital Volunteers Play Key Role
Many dance studios request volunteer assistance from parents at this point in the year. Whether it is for backstage help at the recital, selling merchandise...
How to Calm Recital Jitters
For many children, especially those about to experience their first dance recital, nerves and jitters on the big day can be difficult to overcome. Some...
Applying Stage Makeup for Recital and Competition
When dancers are on stage, their facial expressions can add to and enhance the movements of a particular piece. Not wearing makeup in a performance can cause a...
Spring Recital Survival Guide
Spring time! It’s that lovely season when fresh flowers blossom, the sun starts shining, and for those of us involved in dance, tis the season for dance...
Pinterest Dance Inspiration
Pinterest users have been creating and browsing all types of boards on the popular web site to plan...
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Stage Parenting 101
June 5, 2013
At times the term stage parent carries with it negative connotations, but that doesn’t have to be...
Recital Volunteers Play Key Role
May 22, 2013
Many dance studios request volunteer assistance from parents at this point in the year. Whether it...
How to Calm Recital Jitters
May 8, 2013
For many children, especially those about to experience their first dance recital, nerves and...
Applying Stage Makeup for Recital and Competition
April 3, 2013
When dancers are on stage, their facial expressions can add to and enhance the movements of a...
AAD Columnists
Terry Finch is a dance teacher and choreographer with an extensive training and teaching background that spans 26 years. Terry has held a variety of teaching positions, from assisting instructors at her dance studio, to teaching at summer performing arts camp, and leading college level master classes. She is currently in her fourth year as a dance teacher at a studio in central Pennsylvania.
Kristen Padden is a dance choreographer, educator, and performer who has been immersed in the world of dancewear at All About Dance for the past six years. She has performed with numerous contemporary dance companies in New York City, founded a modern dance company in northeastern Pennsylvania, and has enjoyed teaching dance to children and adults for more than 15 years. Kristen loves to write and chat about anything and everything dance!
